Canon SX130 IS vs Sony HX99

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Canon SX130 IS versus Sony HX99, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the SX130 IS (12MP) and HX99 (18MP) and the SX130 IS (1/2.3") and HX99 (1/2.3-inch) offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The SX130 IS was introduced 9 years before the HX99 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the SX130 IS matches up vs the HX99 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX130 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX130 IS Gallery and Sony HX99 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX130 IS comes with physical measurements of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") and a weight of 308 grams (0.68 lbs) whilst the Sony HX99 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") along with a weight of 242 grams (0.53 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX130 IS versus Sony HX99 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the SX130 IS compared to the HX99.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX130 IS and HX99 is 85 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing only by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX130 IS and HX99.

As you can see, both of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The SX130 IS using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Sony HX99 will produce greater detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older SX130 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.